How many syllables in "father"?

"father" has 2 sílabas (fa - ther).

How to divide "father"?

"father" divides into 2 parts: fa · ther.

In standard pronunciation, primary stress falls on the emphasized syllable.

Say each syllable slowly (fa... ther) and listen on SayItVid.

Guia de Sílabas

2 Sílabas

"father": 2 sílabas.

Sílabas:fa·ther

Ênfase Primária

FA-ther(fa · ther)● ○

Stress in "father" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈfɑːðər⁄

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How many syllables in "father"?: "father" has 2 sílabas (fa - ther).
How to divide "father"?: "father" divides into 2 parts: fa · ther.
Where is the stress in "father"?: In standard pronunciation, primary stress falls on the emphasized syllable.
How to practice saying "father"?: Say each syllable slowly (fa... ther) and listen on SayItVid.